We settle for “less” out of necessity at times…but is it really less? In accepting the ways we fall short of our daily goals, while still finding a way to keep moving, don’t we teach our children to do … Read More

The nurses must have thought we were crazy for laughing after my daughter was taken away to the funeral home. We weren’t crazy…just making room for joy in our sadness. by Heidi Indahl I have shared bits and pieces … Read More

When a medical crisis threw our family into chaos last year, intentional family living was sidelined. And yet, it was the goals, priorities, and habits that we had practiced for so long that helped get us through that turbulent … Read More

Looking for a beautiful way to integrate the lives of the saints into your family? The Koop family created a beautiful display for their foyer that integrates photos of modern saints with pictures of their family. Here’s how they use this unique … Read More

Our family’s participation in Catholic Charities’ #End45 campaign started with a trip to our local food bank and community center. Here’s what we learned. by Heidi Indahl This past September, Catholic Charities USA began a social media campaign … Read More

What does it mean to show high moral standards and how on earth do we teach our kids to do it? Virtue training is a great way to start. by Heidi Indahl vir·tue ˈvərCHo͞o/ noun 1. behavior showing … Read More

With stores putting out Christmas decorations already, I need to remind myself that, for Catholics, traditions are a year round business of family life. by Heidi Indahl I’ve noticed a few Advent mentions sliding into my Facebook newsfeed the last … Read More

Our informal gatherings with other like-minded families for food, fun, and fellowship have been a huge support to our parenting vocation . . . and we might just get a garage band out of the deal, to boot. Does … Read More

What do successful families have in common? They’re empowered to be their own experts. Here’s how they do it. by Heidi Indahl One of my first teaching jobs was in an infant classroom. In various positions as teacher and program … Read More

Religious communities use a Rule to help them live in a way that reflects their priorities, and so can your family. by Heidi Indahl One of the primary uses of a family mission statement is in making decisions about daily … Read More